Tamil Nadu's political rivalry is taking an increasingly personal turn. Assembly remarks, social media posts and viral celebrity photographs have triggered a fierce debate over where politics should draw the line.
As Chief Minister Vijay and Udhayanidhi Stalin trade barbs, questions are being raised over references to family, friendships and private relationships. The controversy has also put the spotlight on the targeting of women connected to public figures, including actor Trisha and Sangeetha, and the role of party social-media ecosystems in amplifying personal attacks.